Salento – the coffee valley

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The Coffee Valley Tour

The Coffee Valley is one of the most touristic areas in Colombia and should be an integral part of your trip to the country. Colombia is the second largest coffee producing country in the world and the third largest coffee exporter after Brazil and Vietnam. Thanks to the work of the National Federation of Coffee Growers, Colombian coffee is ranked as some of the best coffee in the world. Coffee is very important in the development of the Colombian economy and the well-being of its inhabitants – almost 600,000 families live off the cultivation of coffee. That’s why the century-old coffee tradition has become one of the country’s most emblematic products and symbols.

The Three Main Attractions in the Coffee Valley

The village of Salento is one of the most beautiful places in the coffee region in Colombia. Its small and colorful streets reflect its culture and history, and it serves as a launching point for our tour. Nearby Cocora Valley is ideal for nature lovers, where you can find the tallest wax palm trees in the world – which are the national symbol. You can tour a coffee shop and learn about the entire coffee growing process. Finally, Santa Rosa de Cabal, about two hours from Salento, is a wonderful natural site that allows you to dip in hot springs and bathe under gorgeous waterfalls.

Tour Package to Salento and Surrounding Attractions (3 days/2 nights)

Valle de Cocora

Cocora Valley is absolutely stunning. Nature enthusiasts love coming here to see the tallest wax palms in the world. The wax palm is Colombia’s national tree, and it can grow up to 200 feet (60 meters).

On the first day, a guide will take you to the most beautiful natural sites in the Coffee Valley. The tour includes walking through the valley of palm trees and a 90-minute horseback ride.

The wax palm trees create a unique landscape like nowhere else in the world.

 Santa Rosa de Cabal Hot Springs

Santa Rosa de Cabal’s waterfalls and hot springs make it among the most beautiful places in Colombia. Enjoy the natural diversity and beautiful landscape and take a dip in the hot springs with the waterfall above you. This is a must-see destination on your trip.

Coffee Tour

The coffee tour takes place in a typical Colombian house on a coffee plantation owned by a family that has been growing coffee for decades. They are experts in coffee and will share their knowledge with you.


Of course, you can try this legendary drink and discover the taste of real Colombian coffee.

Tour details

      Valle de Cocora

  • Transportation to and from your hotel
  • Entry to see the wax palm trees in Los Nevados National Park
  • Horseback riding (90 minutes) accompanied by local guides
  • English speaking guide

       Coffee Tour

  • Transportation to and from your hotel
  • Entry to the coffee plantation and a 90 minute guided tour in English

      Hot springs to Santa Rosa de Cabal

  • Transportation to and from Salento (1 hour and 40 minutes each way)
  • Entrance ticket to the hot springs

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